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(APU limits) continuous generator load limit is approximately ___ amperes

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APU limits for continuous generator load relate to the electrical power capacity that can be sustained, generally limited to 80% of the breaker current capacity due to safety regulations.

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The question about the APU (Auxiliary Power Unit) limits in terms of continuous generator load relates to the electrical power capacity that the APU can sustain.

Although the exact amperage can vary depending on the specific model and design of the APU, safety regulations commonly limit continuous use to 80% of the breaker current capacity. For a typical household circuit with 120 volts, the continuous load limits would be about 1,400 watts for a 15-amp breaker and 1,920 watts for a 20-amp breaker, estimated by the power equation (P=IV), where P is power in watts, I is current in amperes and V is voltage in volts. Knowing these restrictions, a proper calculation can be made for specific generator models.

APU limits for continuous generator load relate to the electrical power capacity that can be sustained, generally limited to 80% of the breaker current capacity due to safety regulations.

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